Mainframe- Cobol Developer

Title: Mainframe- Cobol Developer

Description:

We have a remote, 18 month contract opportunity for a Mainframe Developer for a client of ours located in San Antonio, TX.


Specifically we are looking for someone who is detail-oriented and technically skilled Mainframe Software Engineer / Application Developer to maintain and enhance both new and existing software/web applications in a Service-Oriented Architecture (SOA) environment. This role involves full-cycle development-from design and development to implementation and support-working closely with technical and business teams to ensure the delivery of scalable, efficient solutions.

responsibilities:

• Maintain and develop software/web applications that meet business and management needs in an SOA environment.
• Design, develop, test, implement, document, and support mainframe and integrated systems.
• Ensure successful deployment of application enhancements, conversions, and system installations.
• Collaborate with leadership, analysts, and cross-functional teams to implement technical changes and provide support.
• Support production environments, troubleshoot issues, and ensure operational continuity.
• Provide Credit Union integration with vendor systems, including debit and credit card processing platforms.
• Research and evaluate options to design the most efficient and cost-effective solutions.
• Work with analysts to validate the accuracy and completeness of project requirements.
• Confirm application performance through thorough functional unit testing.
• Create technical designs and application functionality documentation.
• Participate in design/code reviews and ensure smooth operations and future planning.
• Perform other duties as required to support the organization's Vision, Purpose, and Values.

qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Management Information Systems, Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 6 years of experience implementing and managing software solutions.
• Minimum 4 years of experience designing and developing mainframe technical solutions.
• At least 2 years of hands-on programming in a mainframe environment (e.g., CICS, COBOL) using the project life cycle methodology.
• Experience with IBM z/OS environment tools and languages, including:
  
  
  • COBOL, CICS, Assembler, Easytrieve, ISPF, VSAM, Endeavor, TSO, JCL, IBM Utilities
• Familiarity with software development life cycle (SDLC) processes, including:
  
  
  • Requirements gathering
  • Functional and Technical Design documentation
• Strong analytical and technical troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to quickly understand and apply business processes and technical concepts.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills in team-oriented environments.
• Technical analysis expertise and a passion for continuous learning in evolving technologies.

skills:

• Understanding and exposure to Service-Oriented Architecture (SOA), including:
  
  
  • Business process automation, shared object models, system adapters, and publish/subscribe architecture.
• At least 2 years of system design experience in the financial or insurance industry.